QA Operations Specialist II - LSA (Dayshift)
Lonza · Portsmouth, NH · 2 wk ago
Quality AssuranceFull-time
What You Will Get
- Performance-related bonus.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching plan.
- Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Paid time off (PTO).
What Will You Do
- Provide real-time QA support within GMP manufacturing areas, including on-the-floor presence, observation of operations, and review of GMP work practices.
- Perform real-time review of batch records (paper and electronic), logbooks, and other GMP documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Respond to QA hotline calls, assess quality issues, and make independent, risk-based decisions, escalating as appropriate.
- Provide guidance to manufacturing routine and non-routine quality issues, including coaching on GMP requirements and documentation practices.
- Authorize and manage Quality Tag Out activities, including placement and removal in accordance with procedures.
- Identify, assess, and support resolution of deviations and non-conformances, ensuring appropriate escalation and follow-up.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and initiatives, representing QA and contributing to continuous improvement and inspection readiness.
About the Role
The position is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and operates on a 12-hour rotating schedule (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM). The schedule follows a rotating pattern of Monday–Tuesday workdays, Wednesday–Thursday off, Friday–Sunday workdays, and continues a biweekly rotation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences discipline or equivalent experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and quality systems.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing operations, including upstream/downstream processes, QC, or related functions.
- Experience with quality systems and tools such as TrackWise, SAP, LIMS, Syncade, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to independently assess quality issues, make sound decisions, and appropriately escalate complex situations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance and influence GMP behaviors on the shop floor.
- Experience in drug product manufacturing, QA operations, QC, or environmental monitoring within a GMP environment preferred.
Benefits
- Performance-related bonus.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching plan.
- Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Paid time off (PTO).
Compensation
The compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.